How to Pronounce Shakedown

To pronounce "shakedown", say SHAK-ed-own — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

SHAK-ed-own

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💡 Tip for remembering “shakedown”

"shakedown" has 3 syllables: shak-ed-own. It rhymes with frown and crown, if that helps it stick.

What does shakedown mean?

noun

  1. Extortion, especially through blackmail

    “What is this, a shakedown?”

  2. A thorough search; a frisk

adjective

  1. That tests the performance of a ship or aircraft

Words that rhyme with shakedown

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

frowncrowndownrenowntownletdownmeltdownbrown

Related words

searchesstrikeexactionextortionbuststickupbust-outhold-up

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shakedown"?▾

"Shakedown" has 3 syllables: shak · ed · own.

What does "shakedown" mean?▾

Shakedown: Extortion, especially through blackmail

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